Podcasts about Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Today's guest, Kati Hanlon Mayo, Academy Associate Director for Charlotte Ballet's Upper School, trained at The Boston School of Ballet under the direction of E. Virginia Williams & Violette Verdy. At the age of 15, she became a member of Boston Ballet 2 before joining North Carolina Dance Theatre (now Charlotte Ballet) as a principal dancer. She also performed with Chautauqua Ballet Company under the direction of Jean Pierre Bonnefoux.Her students have gone on to professional careers with companies throughout the world, including: New York City Ballet, Nederland Dans Theater, San Francisco Ballet, Boston Ballet and Houston Ballet. Kati has been a guest teacher for The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, The Chautauqua Institution, Regional Dance America and she is a repetiteur for the Salvatore Aiello Trust. She is a certified instructor of Dance for Parkinson's Disease through The Mark Morris Dance Group and she also completed her instructor certification with Progressing Ballet Technique.In our conversation, Kati shares about the value of mentors, allowing yourself to grow, and staying focused on your training despite the distractions of competing for roles, navigating the unknowns, and all the things that can pull your focus from your technique.Thanks for listening to our conversation, thanks for sharing this episode with a friend and for leaving a review. Takeaways from our conversation:-mentors help you understand what you don't know-a life in dance starts at a young age; requiring both physical and emotional strength and maturity-stay connected to the joyful adventure of danceLearn more about Kati and Charlotte Ballet - including their summer program at Charlotteballet.org.You can learn more about dance education and career planning for dancers at theballerinatist.com#dance #danceeducation #professionaldancer #dancecompany #ballet #ballerina #summerdanceprogram

On the April 26 edition of the WBGO Journal, an update of the wildfire in Southern Ocean County, a look at a special Brooklyn synagogue a preview of of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's upcoming NJPAC performances

"Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey and special guest Lar Lubovitch.In this episode of "Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey, host Joanne Carey interviews renowned choreographer Lar Lubovitch, who shares his journey into the world of dance, his artistic influences, and his experiences at Juilliard. Lubovitch discusses the importance of intuition in dance, the correlation between painting and choreography, and the defining moments that shaped his career. He reflects on his first choreographic experience and the evolution of the Juilliard Dance Department, highlighting the significance of mentorship and the transformative power of dance. In this conversation, Lar Lubovitch shares his journey in the world of dance, discussing the importance of movement poetry, the essence of dance as a higher value, and the significance of improvisation in choreography. He reflects on his recent Lifetime Achievement Award and the sense of community within the dance world. Lubovitch emphasizes the ongoing process of learning and evolving as a dancer and choreographer, encouraging others to embrace the journey of creation and expression in dance.Lar Lubovitch is one of America's most versatile, popular and widely seen choreographers. Based in New York City, Lubovitch's company has performed throughout the world, and his dances have also been performed by many other major companies, including American Ballet Theater, Joffrey Ballet, New York City Ballet, Paris Opera Ballet, Royal Danish Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and many others. His dances are renowned for their musicality, rhapsodic style and sophisticated formal structures. His radiant, highly technical choreography and deeply humanistic voice have been acclaimed worldwide.THE COMPANY. The Lar Lubovitch Dance Company is internationally renowned as one of the world's best dance companies. Founded in 1968, the company is now celebrating its 56th anniversary. The 50th season kicked off with a preview performance on Nov 13 (2017) at Lincoln Center's Clark Studio Theater, and culminated with performances from April 17-22 (2018) at the Joyce Theater. Celebrated for both its choreographic excellence and its unsurpassed dancing, the company has created more than 120 new dances and performed before millions throughout the United States and in more than 40 foreign countries. During 2023, the company created two new dances. The first, Conversing With Brahms, premiered in Dallas in April, and the second, Desire, premiered at the Guggenheim Museum in NYC on December 5, 2023. During 2024, the company is creating Many Angels, together with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.⁠https://lubovitch.org/Company/Lar_Lubovitch/lar_lubovitch.html⁠“Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey wherever you listen to your podcasts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dancetalkwithjoannecarey.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Follow Joanne on Instagram @westfieldschoolofdance Tune in. Follow. Like us. And Share. Please leave a review! “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey"Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real."

The co-hosts react to Pres. Trump's first cabinet meeting and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s comments as the first measles death was reported in Texas. The co-hosts weigh in after a woman who's been married for 52 years reached out to an advice column when she found an envelope with nudes of her husband with another woman from 30 years ago. Gabrielle Union discusses what drew her to the role in her new movie, "Riff Raff," working alongside Ed Harris, and a new documentary on leading Black actors in Hollywood featuring Union and Whoopi Goldberg. Constance Stamatiou of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performs “Cry” to honor Ailey's muse Judith Jamison this Black History Month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Once upon a time, there was a little girl who wanted to dance and sing and shine in front of a huge crowd. And one day she would find her voice, and do just that… Her name… is Amanda. [This episode originally aired in October, 2021.] About the Narrator Jacqueline Green followed her dream to become a dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York City. She began her dance training at age 13 at the Baltimore School for the Arts. She is a 2011 cum laude graduate of the Ailey/Fordham BFA Program, and also trained at the Pennsylvania Regional Ballet, the Chautauqua Institution for Dance, and The School at Jacob's Pillow.  Credits This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls and is based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This special mini episode was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner. Sound design and mixing by Bianca Salinas. This episode was written by Abby Scher and proofread by Joe Rhatigan. Executive Producer is Katie Sprenger. A big thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this show possible! Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi . For more, visit www.rebelgirls.com. Until next time, stay REBEL!

We're joined by Kirven, the multi-talented Artistic Director behind Saint Louis Dance Theatre, formerly Big Muddy Dance Company. began his formal dance training at the Boston Arts Academy in 1999 and as a member of Boston Youth Moves under the artistic direction of Jeannette Neil and Jim Viera. He began his professional career as a member of Ailey II from 2002–2004 and performed at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival as a member of Battleworks Dance Company in 2003. In June 2004, Mr. Douthit-Boyd joined the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performing both nationally and internationally for 11 years. During his tenure with the company, he performed leading roles in works choreographed by Alvin Ailey, Judith Jamison, Robert Battle, Ron K. Brown, Geoffrey Holder, Jiri Kylian, David Parsons, Camille A. Brown, Ulysses Dove, Christopher Wheeldon, Hofesh Shecter, Twyla Tharp, Wayne McGregor and Ohad Naharin. He joined COCA-Center of Creative Arts in 2015 as Co-Artistic Director of Dance with his husband Antonio Douthit-Boyd. In 2016, Mr. Douthit-Boyd joined Ron K. Brown/Evidence, A Dance Company as a guest artist.Saint Louis Dance Theatre, formerly The Big Muddy Dance Company, is a dynamic arts organization dedicated to providing world-class contemporary dance performances and exhilarating theatre experiences in our great city. Their 24-25 (RE)Imagine Season is sure to astound, with an exceptional repertoire created by celebrated artists from around the globe, and intentional efforts to pull audiences closer to our movement. Every moment behind the curtain is sure to captivate, every step is sure to inspire, and they will take every bow in celebration of the manifestation of their dreams. Come lose yourselves in this art!  Support the show

Send us a textMeg dives deep into the early days of Hip Hop and how the Blackout of 1977 propelled the movement. Jessica pays tribute to Judith Jamison, groundbreaking muse and successor as director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.Please check out our website, follow us on Instagram, on Facebook, and...WRITE US A REVIEW HEREWe'd LOVE to hear from you! Let us know if you have any ideas for stories HEREThank you for listening!Love,Meg and Jessica

Connect with USIn this episode of the SLANT podcast, Dana Tai Soon Burgess interviews Jesse Obremski, a dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Jesse reflects on his unique upbringing in an artistic family in New York City, where his love for dance began after a vivid moment at an Alvin Ailey performance. He shares his journey from student to company member at the Ailey School, the mentors who shaped his path, and how his Japanese-American heritage influences his artistry. Jesse also offers insightful advice for young dancers navigating the New York dance scene and discusses his multifaceted approach to teaching and choreographing, rooted in action and collaboration. This episode is a celebration of growth, mentorship, and the power of dance to shape a life.Find us on www.slantpodcast.com and follow us on social media @theslantpodcast

On January 26 of 2024, San Francisco Ballet premiered a commissioned work by Canadian American choreographer Aszure Barton. It was titled “Mere Mortals” and explored the science and ramifications of AI through the ancient myth of Pandora. With a brand-new score by world-renowned British electronica composer Sam Shepherd, aka Floating Points, and video and sound design by Barcelona-based Hamill Industries, “Mere Mortals” was a big gamble for new artistic director Tamara Rojo as she closed out her first season with the Ballet. It paid off. Not only was “Mere Mortals” a hit with critics, with the San Francisco Chronicle calling it “a passionate success,” but it also proved to be a box-office bonanza, so much so that San Francisco Ballet brought the production back to the stage just three months later for several encore performances. Perhaps more importantly, many in the audience were first-time ballet-goers, many of whom saw the piece more than once.In this arts climate when so many dance companies are struggling to get even their regular audiences back in the door, what was it about “Mere Mortals” that made it such a hit? In this interview, Aszure opens a window into her choreographic practice and how it may have contributed to an event equally invigorating to her dancers and her audience.Aszure is the artistic director of Aszure Barton & Artists, which she founded very early in her career as a creative outlet for the collaborative and anti-hierarchical instincts she'd had to repress in her dance education. Two decades later, Aszure Barton & Artists, which includes a core staff of creative collaborators, has created work all over the world with a wide array of artists and institutions, including Mikhai Baryshnikov, Nederlans Dans Theater and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Aszure is currently the choreographer in residence at Hubbard Street Dance Chicago and is also developing a new piece in partnership with trumpeter and composer Ambrose Akinmusire. 

"Dancing has always been visceral to me." The DJ and producer talks about bringing movement into her music practice and the role mythology and meditation plays in art and life. The Italian-French DJ, producer and dancer Giulia Fournier-Mercadante—AKA GiGi FM—has had a varied, multidisciplinary career. Originally a dancer, Fournier-Mercadante received a scholarship for the New York City Ballet and the contemporary dance outfit Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater as a teenager. Finding the dancing world difficult to navigate, especially in its approach to body image, she graduated and moved to London to focus on music. It was there that she discovered techno and its capacity to heal. She started hosting a regular show on NTS, getting booked locally and then touring around the world. Today, Fournier-Mercadante has integrated dance into her productions, which use motion sensors to transform physical movement into MIDI. Her use of her body as her basic instrument has led to a unique, kinetic sound palette that defines all of her tracks. In this Exchange, she unpacks how she's worked with this technique and rediscovered her love of dancing, as well as how spirituality, dream states and astrology inform her life and work. Listen to the episode in full.

"Dancing has always been visceral to me." The DJ and producer talks about bringing movement into her music practice and the role mythology and meditation plays in art and life. The Italian-French DJ, producer and dancer Giulia Fournier-Mercadante—AKA GiGi FM—has had a varied, multidisciplinary career. Originally a dancer, Fournier-Mercadante received a scholarship for the New York City Ballet and the contemporary dance outfit Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater as a teenager. Finding the dancing world difficult to navigate, especially in its approach to body image, she graduated and moved to London to focus on music. It was there that she discovered techno and its capacity to heal. She started hosting a regular show on NTS, getting booked locally and then touring around the world. Today, Fournier-Mercadante has integrated dance into her productions, which use motion sensors to transform physical movement into MIDI. Her use of her body as her basic instrument has led to a unique, kinetic sound palette that defines all of her tracks. In this Exchange, she unpacks how she's worked with this technique and rediscovered her love of dancing, as well as how spirituality, dream states and astrology inform her life and work. Listen to the episode in full.

On this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with Peleton Instructor and TED awareness advocate Hannah Corbin to talk about her journey navigating an autoimmune thyroid condition called Hashimoto's disease.  Hannah shares how she has shifted her mindset to a place of self-love and empowerment since her diagnosis. Hannah also talks about her wellness practices, a look into Thyroid Eye Disease and more.  Key Takeaways From This Episode Hannah's journey navigating an autoimmune thyroid condition, Hashimoto's disease How Hannah has shifted her mindset to a more empowering place since her diagnosis Hannah's wellness practices A look into Thyroid Eye Disease and how Hannah is prioritizing eye health as part of her wellness routine Inspiration for people going through health struggles About Hannah: Hannah Corbin is an internationally recognized fitness instructor, dancer and founding instructor at Peloton, a digital fitness company. In 2018, during the height of her fitness career, Hannah was diagnosed with Hashimoto's disease – an autoimmune condition and the most common form of hypothyroidism or underactive thyroid disorder. Despite her active lifestyle, Hannah experienced extreme fatigue, weight gain and difficulty juggling her daily routine of teaching back-to-back fitness classes. After months of struggling with symptoms, she was referred to an endocrinologist who diagnosed the condition and helped her understand how to manage her autoimmune disorder. This experience fueled Hannah's passion for health advocacy, particularly emphasizing the heightened risk of Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) among those with thyroid conditions. She actively educates and supports individuals facing similar health challenges, fostering a community of "autoimmune warriors" and promoting proactive healthcare strategies. Alongside her advocacy work, she continues to inspire through various Peloton classes including cycling, stretching, barre, Pilates, strength training, and dance cardio. Before joining Peloton, Hannah trained at the prestigious Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York City. Today, she is auditioning for Broadway roles again and actively sharing her lifestyle content on Instagram and TikTok. Hannah is of Mexican and Puerto Rican descent. Originally from Portland, OR, she is now based in New York City, where she lives with her husband, John, and their two Bernadoodles, Juan and Cholula.  Connect with Hannah and learn about TED Website: https://www.tedawareness.com/  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thyroideyes/  https://www.instagram.com/hannahcorbinnyc/?hl=en  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness expert, popular keynote and TEDx speaker, and the host of top-rated self-improvement podcast “Live Greatly”.  Kristel is an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant with clinical experience in Integrative Psychiatry, giving her a unique perspective into optimizing mental well-being and attaining a mindset for more happiness and success in the workplace and beyond. Kristel decided to leave clinical practice in 2019 when she founded her wellness platform “Live Greatly” to share her message around well-being and success on a larger scale.  With a mission to support companies and individuals on their journeys for more happiness, success, and well-being, Kristel taps into her unique background in healthcare, business, and media, to provide invaluable insights into high power habits, leadership development, mental well-being, peak performance, resilience, sales, success, wellness at work, and a modern approach to work/life balance.  Kristel is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024).  Kristel is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. A popular speaker on a variety of topics, Kristel has presented to groups at APMP, Bank of America, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Mazda, Santander Bank and many more. She has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine, has contributed to CEOWORLD Magazine & Real Leaders Magazine, and has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Chicago area with her husband and their 2 children.  She can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. 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Have you ever suffered a catastrophic injury? How does one recover and regain peak condition following damage to the anatomy? Amidst the many inherent challenges within the dance sphere — a beacon of hope shines at the NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital through the presence of the Harkness Center for Dance Injuries. Beyond their exceptional array of services encompassing physical therapy and injury prevention programs, they also provide comprehensive educational offerings, both online and in person.  A noteworthy accomplishment is the full accreditation, secured in 2020, of the Harkness Center's Postgraduate Performing Arts Physical Therapy Fellowship Program by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education (ABPTRFE).At the nexus of this endeavor is Dr. Donald Rose, a distinguished sports medicine physician and orthopedic surgeon. He stands as the founding director of the Harkness Center for Dance Injuries at NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital. Dr. Rose's realm of expertise encompasses the management of injuries unique to dancers, and he diligently conducts research aimed at refining dance injury treatments. His impactful contributions extend further, as he serves as an orthopedic consultant to esteemed dance companies, including the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Martha Graham Dance Company, Dance Theatre of Harlem, and the now-defunct Cedar Lake Contemporary BalletContinuing a brand new season and month of Dance Science, this episode delves into the intricate underpinnings of both sports and dance medicine, as well as the challenges inherent in ensuring the enduring health and career trajectories of dancers. Ready to discover the caretaker within you? Join us as we foreground dance in the background!Donald RoseHarkness Center for Dance InjuriesHarkness Healthy Dancer InitiativeRYC Orthopedics Support the Show.Like our offers? Try Nord VPN Subscribe to the Harkness newsletter Visit RYC Orthopedics Subscribe to IAMDS Like what we do? Help us grow by Visiting The Background Dancer YouTube Channel Rate and review here Email me at backgrounddancer.jy@gmail.com Answer a survey Sign up here to receive future updates Leave a thought on Facebook and Instagram Join the Facebook group and introduce yourself as a member of our community

Dancer Isaiah Day took the stage for his Chicago debut last week with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Established in 1958 by renowned dancer Alvin Ailey, the dance company has been a beacon for dancers of color for more than six decades. During a residency at Chicago's Auditorium Theatre from April 17-21, the company showcased the skills of its dancers with a lineup of contemporary works and Ailey classics. Just hours before he took the stage on April 17, Day sat down with Vocalo host Nudia Hernandez to discuss his Chicago roots and how he got involved with the company. This interview was edited and produced by Nudia Hernandez. To stay up to date with Isaiah Day, follow him on Instagram @isaiahdemarcus.

Aubrey Lynch II, dean of students and director of ABT Wellness and RISE with American Ballet Theatre in New York City, joined the studio to talk about his work to further mental health and DEI initiatives at ABT and beyond! He focuses on mentoring students at ABT and providing resources for them, as well as expanding access to mental health resources that support the whole dancer in and out of the studio. He also works to build upon ABT's diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives to make ballet a more welcoming place on stage, in the audience and behind the scenes. Prior to joining American Ballet Theatre, Aubrey was the dance director and chief education and creative programs officer at The Harlem School of the Arts. Before transitioning to arts administration, he was one of the final dancers hand-selected by Alvin Ailey to join Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Aubrey was an original company member of Complexions Contemporary Ballet, and he was an original cast member of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, Disney's The Lion King. Aubrey also acted as the production's associate choreographer, and later, the associate producer. We talked about the importance of self-reflection in ballet, providing visibility for BIPOC and female dancers and choreographers, and why access to mental health is so important for dancers.  Follow Aubrey on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@aubreylynch Learn more about Aubrey's work: ⁠⁠www.aubreylynch.com Learn about ABT's RISE program: https://www.abt.org/community/abt-rise/ Support American Ballet Theatre: https://www.abt.org/support/individual-giving/membership/ Follow Aubrey Lynch In Reflection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tuScqUc3gX4&list=PL4kr2tqzHCEb52fNAgZ50pGyPw1MAk2Nm Music in this episode: Waltz of the Flowers - Tchaikovsky Barroom Ballet - Silent Film Light - Kevin MacLeod Barroom Ballet - Silent Film Light by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠⁠⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠⁠⁠ Source: ⁠⁠⁠http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100310⁠⁠⁠ Artist: ⁠⁠⁠http://incompetech.com/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@eblosfield⁠⁠⁠ | theadultballetstudio@gmail.com Support this podcast on Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/TheAdultBalletStudio?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elizabeth-blosfield/support

#259: Are you ready to get dancing, Los Angeles? Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, yes, that iconic New York dance company, will be hitting the Music Center's stage here in Los Angeles. But this is more than just a tour. It's a homecoming.  In this episode, host Brian De Los Santos talks with HTLA's associate editor Aaricka Washington about her experience taking a community dance class with the company, and how it felt to be at the opening night of the Alvin Ailey company's 4 year L.A. residency. Join us as we get into Ailey's L.A. history and give you a rundown of what to expect at next season's shows.   Read Aaricka's piece on the Alvin Ailey residency here.

“Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey and special guest, Alicia Graf Mack, Dean and Director of the Dance  Division of The Juilliard School.  In this episode of  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey,  join host Joanne Carey as she chats with Special Guest, Alicia Graf Mack who was recently recognized as a Dance Magazine Award Honoree.     Join us as we talk, not only about her inspiring career, its longevity and the set backs she has overcome, but she graciously pulls back the curtain on her gratefulness, spirituality and family that grounds her along with sharing her deep connection to the responsibility of an artist in the world. You will agree that Alicia Graf Mack brings this to all she does.  Be inspired by this kind, gentle, thought provoking and intelligent woman who not only loves to dance, but she loves teaching and loves to inspire the success of her students no matter which path they choose.  Listen in and be 'moved in these moments.' Alicia Graf Mack enjoyed a distinguished career as a leading dancer of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.  She has also been a principal dancer with Dance Theater of Harlem and Complexions Contemporary Ballet, and she had danced as a guest performer with Alonzo King's LINES Ballet, Beyonce, John Legend, Andre 3000, and Alicia Keys.  Graf Mack graduated magna cum laude with honors in history from Columbia University and holds an MA in nonprofit management from Washington University in ST. Louis.  In 2007, Smithsonian Magazine named her American Innovator of the ARTS and Sciences. She is the recipient of the Columbia University Medal of Excellence, an award given each year an alumnus who has demonstrated excellence in their field of work.  In 2008, she delivered the keynote address to the graduates of Columbia University's School of General Studies.  As a dance educator, Graf Mack most recently taught as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Houston and was a visiting assistant professor at Webster University.  She is co-founder of D(n)A Arts Collective, an initiative created to enrich the lives of young dancers through master classes and intensives.  She began her inaugeral season as director of the Juilliard Dance Division in 2018. Follow on Instagram @aliciagrafmack @movingmomentspodcast https://www.juilliard.edu/dance/faculty/graf-mack-alicia Follow Joanne Carey on Instagram @westfieldschoolofdance Follow  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey wherever you listen to your podcasts. Tune in. Follow. Like us. And Share. Please leave us review about our podcast!  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey "Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real."

We're devoting a whole episode to Black History Month events in Philly because there's just so much to celebrate! Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly Arts & Culture Contributor Charles Tyson Jr. about his curated list of events, from comedy shows to beer drinking parties to dance performances.  List of events mentioned in this episode: 2/6–2/29 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | Celebrate Black Leaders and Legends at Smith Memorial Playground 2/9 | 5 p.m. | Black History Month Celebration at the Philadelphia Museum of Art 2/10 | 1 p.m. | Black History Month Mural Tour by Historic Fair Hill 2/10 + 2/17 | 6–9 p.m. | Saturday Sessions at Attic Brewing Company 2/16 | 7 p.m. | Black Beer Drinkers Party feat. Black Is Beautiful Vol. II beer at Attic Brewing Company 2/17 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Amplified: Art, Music, Power at the National Liberty Museum  2/17 | 8:30 p.m. | The Drunk Black History Show with Gordon Baker-Bone at World Cafe Live Starts 2/17 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Barbara Earl Thomas: The Illuminated Body at Arthur Ross Gallery 2/23–2/25 | Various times | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at the Academy of Music 2/24 | 8 p.m. | Hip Hop Showcase hosted by The Next Movement Podcast at Attic Brewing Company Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We're also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Choreographer Amy Hall Garner discusses her new dance piece “Century,” which premieres at the Fox Theatre on January 25th as part of the 65th Anniversary celebration of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Plus, Olive and Avsha from the band Lowertown take the stage for our series, “Speaking of Music,” and comedian and podcaster Doug Benson stops by ahead of his upcoming performance at the EARL in East Atlanta.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has been culturally entertaining generations for 65 years.  Recently, Val “The Voice” Johnson got a chance to experience several timeless dance compositions in person with her dear friends in New York City.    "Steps of Soul: Experiencing the Magic of Alvin Ailey" is a special episode where Val recounts her enchanting visit to the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 65th anniversary. Experience the joy and wonderment of Val's reflections on Alvin Ailey's captivating blend of culture, history, and the transformative beauty of dance. Learn more about the upcoming 2024 Alvin Ailey national tour and the recent New York City performances, please visit https://www.alvinailey.org/ Premiering this month:  The Interludes Newsletter is now available:  http://tinyurl.com/yck6a69t Join Val "The Voice" Johnson & Coach Tony Thompson every Tuesday for the entertainment show, "Interludes Extra Talk on Tuesdays", airing @ 8pm CST / 9pm EST / 6pm PST.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel here:  https://www.youtube.com/@purelighthousemedia    

Welcome back to the Dancer's Choice Podcast! This week, Riley and Dawsen had the privilege of being joined by Point Park Alumni and Alvin Ailey dancer, Ashley Green! Ashley shares her story about growing up in competition dance, the importance of not labeling yourself, how to stay present in process, and many more of her biggest takeaways from her last three seasons with Ailey. This conversation is loaded and full of so many revelations- we cannot wait for you to listen! Don't forget to share this episode with a friend and give our show a rating/review so we can continue to reach other dancers :) To further connect with Ashley, you can find her on Instagram @awagreen98, if in the New York area, you can also catch Ashley in her upcoming Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performances now through December 31, 2023 at the New York City Center! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dancerschoicepodcast/message

“I don't give you a trophy for showing up. I don't applaud a bird for flying or a fish for swimming. You chose to be here and so you got to eat a little sand from the sandbox because it builds up your immunity.” In this episode we discuss… What do you do when you start to become a leader? What happens after you're told no? What is good teaching? Hope Boykin, a two-time "Bessie Award" winner, is an acclaimed dancer, choreographer and artistic advisor known for her 20-year tenure with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and her choreography for various companies worldwide. With a passion for pushing artistic boundaries, she has co-directed Off-Broadway and regional theater productions, while her virtual works have earned acclaim from institutions like Carolina Performing Arts and theGuggenheim Works And Process Virtual Commissions initiative. As a motivating force, Hope has served as a keynote speaker for Lincoln Center Activate and received a grant for her Covid Safe residency #BoykinBubble. Hercreative endeavors extend to filmmaking, including the Emmy-nominated short film "Beauty Size & Color." Frompremiering "An Evening of Hope" at 92nd Street Y to directing performances like "The Other Side" for the KennedyCenter, Hope's artistry knows no limits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Toni Pierce-Sands (Founder & Artistic Director) Prior to co-founding TU Dance, Minnesota native Toni Pierce-Sands performed with Minnesota Dance Theatre, Tanz Forum in Germany, Rick Odums in Paris, and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, where she was a featured soloist in such signature pieces as Revelations, Cry and Rainbow Round My Shoulder. Her command of the Horton Technique has led to teaching posts throughout the United States and Europe. Toni directs programming and teaches classes at TU Dance Center in Saint Paul. She was a full-time core faculty member at the University of Minnesota for twenty years and also served as Director of University Dance Theatre. Toni has been featured in COSMOPOLITAN Germany and GQ publications, the American Express Alvin Ailey commercial, and the Lester Horton Technique instructional DVD series. She has written columns for Dance Studio Life magazine on various pedagogical approaches for modern dance. Toni was awarded a 2004 McKnight Artist Fellowship in Dance, named the Sage Awards' “2011 Leadership Training and a panelist for the 2018 Dance Miami Choreographers' Program. She currently serves as a member of the University of Minnesota's Northrop Advisory Board.

Imagine being a celebrated surgical oncologist, and then one day, you find yourself on the other side—as a patient diagnosed with breast cancer. That's Dr. Natalie Johnson's story, and she brings it all on our podcast today. Our conversation follows her mesmerizing trajectory from her origin in the Virgin Islands through Howard University, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, to her acclaimed service at the Legacy Cancer Institute and Breast Health Centers in Portland, Oregon.Brace yourself to hear her account of personal encounters with cancer, how she lived through uncertainty, and relied heavily on faith.  Dr. Johnson emphasizes the need for widespread awareness and education on breast cancer, particularly in diverse communities.In the final part, we delve into the significance of genetic testing in pinpointing disease risks, particularly for African-Americans. She touches on the emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis and the relief provided by resources such as counseling and online support. We also discuss the leaps of progress in cancer treatment and the pivotal role that loved ones play in providing emotional and practical assistance. This episode culminates in a celebration of Dr. Johnson's immense contributions to healthcare and the incredible mark she's left on countless lives. Get ready to be inspired by her extraordinary journey!

Today, we have a very special interview with the legendary choreographer and producer, George Faison. In this conversation, George takes us on a journey through his remarkable life, from his early days in Washington, D.C., to his experiences dancing with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and mostly, and his iconic role as the choreographer of the "The Wiz" on Broadway. For which he won a Tony. Becoming the first Black person to do so.George shares stories of his encounters with great artists like Maya Angelou and Stevie Wonder and the incredible impact they had on his life. But perhaps the most captivating part of this interview is George's vivid description of creating the Emerald City sequence in "The Wiz." He also shares the role books play in his creative process. For George, it all begins with the archive.Be sure to share some of your thoughts on today's episode with us on Instagram at @blackimagination. If you want to stay updated on all our latest news and exclusive content, click on this newsletter link. If you love what we do and want to support the show, click this support link. Things MentionedMaya Angelou - an American memoirist, poet, and civil rights activist.The Wiz - The musical version of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"Dick Gregory - an American comedian, actor, writer, activist and social critic.Gazelle - George Faison ballet - Dedicated to the Free Spirit in All of Us.1967 Detroit riot - The 1967 Detroit Riots were among the most violent and destructive riots in U.S. history.Alvin Ailey - American dancer, director, choreographer, and activist. American Light Opera Company - semi-professional theatre company performing light operas and musicals in Washington, D.C. from 1960 to 1968.Suite Otis - Otis Redding's sassy, sizzling music sets the stage for George Faison's playful battle of the sexes.What to ReadAll God's Children Need Traveling Shoes - Maya AngelouGiovanni's Room - James BaldwinThe Color Purple - Alice WalkerThe Incredible Lightness of Being - Camie J. Davis

Two time “Bessie Award” winning dancer, choreographer, educator, director, writer, and speaker, Hope Boykin, founder of HopeBoykinDance, was an original member of Complexions, danced with Philadanco, and performed for 20 years with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. On September 16, a new piece from HopeBoykinDance will be presented by the Catskill Mountain Foundation at The Orpheum Performing Arts Center in Tannersville, NY.

Founder and Artistic Director of the Evidence Dance Company, Ronald K. Brown deftly fuses traditional African dances with modern dance styles. Despite having suffered from a debilitating stroke in 2021, he continues to choreograph and teach, inspiring generations of artists. Alicia recalls the pivotal role Ron played in her career as a professional performer with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and he shares his memories of dancing everywhere as a child. Ron discusses how he went from wanting to be a journalist and a performer to becoming a choreographer, and reveals his love for telling stories and social dance.Check out Ronald K. Brown and Evidence Dance Company on Instagram or the web.Follow Moving Moments on Instagram.Follow Alicia on Instagram.You can find out more about Artful Narratives Media on Instagram or the web.The Moving Moments theme song was composed by Saul Guanipa for Videohelper.Moving Moments was co-created by Alicia Graf Mack, Jessica Handelman, and David Krauss.This interview has been edited and condensed to fit the time format.Episode copyright © 2023 Artful Narratives Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barely four months into his tenure as the artistic director of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Adam W. McKinney is already implementing revolutionary ways to build on the company's existing strengths with his gaze firmly set on its overall health a hundred years from now.Adam has a remarkable resume as a ballet dancer, a choreographer, a professor, an activist and an arts leader. He danced with some of the world's most renowned ballet companies, including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Alonzo King LINES Ballet and Béjart Ballet in Lausanne, Switzerland. He was the co-founder and co-director of DNAWORKS, an arts-and-service organization based in Fort Worth, TX, dedicated to dialogue and healing through the arts. Among DNAWORKS' many projects is the interactive “Forth Worth Lynching Tour: Honoring the Memory of Mr. Fred Rouse.” Thanks to an app with augmented-reality features, the tour allows audiences — whether in person or virtually — to visit four sites in Fort Worth associated with the December 11, 1921 lynching of Mr. Rouse. DNAWORKS also produced “The Borders Project,” which uses a variety of creative performances and events to explore the histories of manmade borders and their effects on the human spirit and body. “The Borders Project” has so far worked on the U.S./Mexico and Israel/Palestine borders.Adam was also awarded the NYU President's Service Award for his dance work with populations who struggle with heroin addiction.Before accepting his new post in Pittsburgh, he was the Associate Professor of Dance and Ballet at Texas Christian University, a tenured position he took on after having served as the inaugural Dance Department Chair at New Mexico School for the Arts in Santa Fe.In this interview he describes the core beliefs and practices he believes will make ballet a rigorous, sustainable contemporary artform accessible and welcoming to all for generations to come.https://www.pbt.org/

After two decades as an acclaimed dancer and star of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Jamar Roberts is one of today's most sought-after choreographers. The Bessie Award winner has created commissions for the Ailey company, New York City Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, and The Juilliard School, just to name a few. Jamar recalls how his early obsession with music made him want to move, candidly shares the challenges of learning to be an artist, and discusses how he developed his choreographic voice. Alicia surprises Jamar with a treasured gift he made for her years ago and explains her thoughts behind matching his energy when they were dance partners at Ailey.Check out Jamar Roberts on Instagram and the web.Follow Moving Moments on Instagram.Follow Alicia on Instagram.You can find out more about Artful Narratives Media on Instagram or the web.The Moving Moments theme song was composed by Saul Guanipa for Videohelper.Moving Moments was co-created by Alicia Graf Mack, Jessica Handelman, and David Krauss.This interview has been edited and condensed to fit the time format.Episode copyright © 2023 Artful Narratives Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary dancer, choreographer, and Artistic Director Emerita of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Judith Jamison is a Kennedy Center Honoree and Time Magazine 100 Most Influential People in the World. She tells Alicia what it was like to work with Mr. Ailey, how she originated one of the most important and enduring works of modern and contemporary dance history, and one of her proudest accomplishments.Check out Judith Jamison on the web.Learn more about Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater on the web.Follow Moving Moments on Instagram.Follow Alicia on Instagram.You can find out more about Artful Narratives Media on Instagram or the web.The Moving Moments theme song was composed by Saul Guanipa for Videohelper.Moving Moments was co-created by Alicia Graf Mack, Jessica Handelman, and David Krauss.This interview has been edited and condensed to fit the time format.Episode copyright © 2023 Artful Narratives Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kirven Douthit-Boyd (Boston, MA) began his formal dance training at the Boston Arts Academy in 1999 and as a member of Boston Youth Moves under the artistic direction of Jeannette Neil and Jim Viera. Mr. Douthit-Boyd studied as a fellowship student at The Ailey School and on scholarship at the Boston Conservatory. He is a graduate of Hollins University where he earned an MFA in dance. ———  He began his professional career as a member of Ailey II from 2002–2004 and performed at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival as a member of Battleworks Dance Company in 2003. In June 2004, Mr. Douthit-Boyd joined the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performing both nationally and internationally for 11 years. During his tenure with the company, he performed leading roles in works choreographed by Alvin Ailey, Judith Jamison, Robert Battle, Ron K. Brown, Geoffrey Holder, Jiri Kylian, David Parsons, Camille A. Brown, Ulysses Dove, Christopher Wheeldon, Hofesh Shecter, Twyla Tharp, Wayne McGregor and Ohad Naharin. He joined COCA-Center of Creative Arts in 2015 as Co-Artistic Director of Dance with his husband Antonio Douthit-Boyd. In 2016, Mr. Douthit-Boyd joined Ron K. Brown/Evidence, A Dance Company as a guest artist. ——— In 2010, Douthit-Boyd performed at the White House tribute to Judith Jamison hosted by then first lady Michelle Obama. He has also appeared as a guest artist in ballet and contemporary dance galas in Argentina, Mexico and Canada. He is the 2014 recipient of the “Black Theater Alliance Award” for his performance in Wayne McGregor's “Chroma,” the 2015 recipient of the “Next Generation in Leadership Award” from the Freedom House in Boston, the 2016 recipient of the Boston Arts Academy's “Apollo Award” the 2021 recipient of the “Excellence in the Arts Award” from the Arts and Education Council in St. Louis, and the 2022 recipient of the Dance Teacher Magazine Award. ——— Douthit-Boyd has choreographed workshops for The Ailey School, The Juilliard School, Webster University, Boston Arts Academy, Boston Youth Moves and COCA. He has also choreographed works for Dallas Black Dance Theater and Ailey II. He is an ABT® Certified Teacher, who has successfully completed the ABT® Teacher Training Intensive in Pre-Primary through Level 5 of the ABT® National Training Curriculum and has completed Lester Horton Pedagogy studies under Ana Marie Forsythe in New York and St. Louis. He has also served as Distinguished Performing Artist at Washington University in St. Louis, where he taught modern dance in the collaborative MFA program between the University and COCA. ———

In this episode, I sit down for a chat with my friend Bryn Cohn (she/Her). We talk career transitions, and the evolution of identity that comes with that. We look at this through the lens of her pursuing creative direction as an expansion of her artistic universe. And we also explore what it means to create sustainability practices both in dance and in this shifting landscape of social media and it's power in advertising and our lives in general. Join us for this wide-ranging and salient discussion. About Bryn- Bryn Cohn is an award-winning choreographer, educator, writer, movement and creative director. Her choreography has been presented by Jacob's Pillow, Danspace Project, Bryant Park, Hudson Valley Dance Festival, 92nd Street Y, Kaatsbaan International Dance Center, McCallum's Choreography Competition and REDCAT Theater among others. She has been commissioned by BalletCollective, Repertory Dance Theatre, Los Angeles Ballet II, Big Muddy Dance Company, Missouri Contemporary Ballet, Youth America Grand Prix and Billy Bell's Lunge Dance. Recent collaborations include with visual artist Olafur Eliasson and composer Alex Somers in her newest work "The First and Last Light" which was performed at Trinity Church in New York City. Cohn has been hired for commercial, fashion and visual art projects with Louis Vuitton, Smartwater, Betsey Johnson, Artists & Fleas and Tribeca Art Night.Cohn was nominated for a Princess Grace Fellowship in Choreography. She was selected to participate in the New Directions Choreography Lab at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater – a creative residency supported by the Ford Foundation. She has been in artistic residence at Cal State Fullerton, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, University of Minnesota Duluth, Stockton University, Texas Christian University, Roger Williams College, University at Buffalo and Grand Valley State University. Cohn received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from CalArts and was honored as a distinguished alumni. She has a Master of Fine Arts from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee as a High Honors, Chancellor's and Regent's award recipient. Cohn is currently pursuing a career as a creative director in Los Angeles. She is enrolled in a professional development course through Art Center and has worked on campaigns for BMW, Converse, Clif Bars and In N Out.Where to find  Bryn: On Instagram Bryn's website  Where to find me: Connect with me on Instagram Check out my website Sign up for a free consult

Founder and Artistic Director of the dance company A.I.M, Kyle Abraham is an acclaimed dancer, choreographer, and a MacArthur "Genius Grant" Fellow. In addition to performing and developing new works for his company, Kyle has been commissioned by companies including the Royal Ballet, New York City Ballet, and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Kyle talks with Alicia about overcoming stage fright, working with choreographer Bill T. Jones, and changing the name of his dance company.Check out Kyle Abraham on Instagram.Check out A.I.M by Kyle Abraham on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or the web.Follow Moving Moments on Instagram.Follow Alicia on Instagram.You can find out more about Artful Narratives Media on Instagram or the web.The Moving Moments theme song was composed by Saul Guanipa for Videohelper.Moving Moments was co-created by Alicia Graf Mack, Jessica Handelman, and David Krauss. This interview has been edited and condensed to fit the time format.Episode copyright © 2023 Artful Narratives Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Francesca Harper, Artistic Director of Ailey II, is back where it all began. She trained at the Alvin Ailey School, where her mother, Denise Jefferson, was director for 26 years. She has also choreographed for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and now leads Ailey II, which fosters new generations of shining talent and will visit the UK later this year. Francesca has enjoyed an astonishingly varied journey through classical and contemporary dance – notably as a principal dancer with William Forsythe's Ballett Frankfurt – not to mention in music and theatre. What has sustained her, and what does she hope to pass on to her young dancers?Francesca Harper is Artistic Director of Ailey II, the celebrated second company to Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. She began her career with Dance Theater of Harlem and was a Principal with William Forsythe's Ballett Frankfurt. She performed with designers Issey Miyake and Gianni Versace, and on Broadway in Fosse, All Shook Up, and The Color Purple. A writer and recording artist, she has choreographed for companies including Ailey, Ailey II, Dance Theater of Harlem and The Francesca Harper Project. She was ballet consultant for the film Black Swan and movement director for Nick Cave's The Let Go.Learn more about Ailey II's Dance Consortium tour of the UK. Find out more about the work of the RADFollow the RAD on social media and join the conversation with host David Jays:Instagram @royalacademyofdanceFacebook @RoyalAcademyofDanceTwitter @RADheadquartersYouTube / royalacademydanceDavid Jays @mrdavidjaysSign up to our mailing list to keep in touch!RAD is an independent educational charity and does not receive regular government funding. Every penny we make goes back into the work we do. You can support us by either naming a seat as part of our Name A Seat Campaign or making a donation.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special Guest: Jacqueline Green Miller  In this episode,  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey, you'll listen in as Jacqueline Green Miller takes us through the journey of her dance career, recalling to mind her own mentors and teachers as well as the schools where she studied that laid a strong foundation for her career and who shaped her as an artist. She aspires to offer this same love and inspiration as she now guides the future generation of dancers as co-director with her husband of TDA Prep (The Dance Artist Prep) a cutting edge performing arts school based in Chicago.  Listen in, as we can't help but geek out! about all things dance! And Jackie, as she is referred to by her friends, indulges me with a discussion about performing the iconic piece, "Revelations" , a legendary ballet created by Alvin Ailey for the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater in 1960, that is still transforming audiences all over the world. Find her on Instagram @jagreen711 or @TDAPrep You can also listen to Jackie's previous IGLIVE interview with Joanne Carey @westfieldschoolofdance Jacqueline Green began her dance training at the age of 13 at the Baltimore School for the Arts. From there she trained at the Ailey School, Pennsylvania Regional Ballet, the Chautauqua Institution for Dance, and Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival. In 2011, she joined the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, where she performed as a principal dancer. In her career, she has performed works by a range of choreographers, including Alvin Ailey, Wayne McGregor, Judith Jamison, Ronald K. Brown, Aszure Barton, and Kyle Abraham. In 2016 she performed as a guest artist with The Royal Ballet in London.  Ms. Green is a 2018 Bessie nominee, a 2014 Dance Fellowship recipient of the Princess Grace Foundation-USA, a 2015 Clive Barnes Award nominee, a 2009 recipient of the Martha Hill Fund's Young Professional Award, and a 2010 recipient of the Dizzy Feet Foundation Scholarship.  She has modeled for Nine West, Dior, Temple St. Clair, and Ralph Lauren. In 2018 she performed on BET's Black Girls Rock honoring Judith Jamison. She is also seen dancing in the 2020 film Really Love. Ms. Green is a two time New York Times featured dance artist. Along with her husband Preston Miller, she is currently co-director of TDA Prep (The Dance Artist Prep), an in person and virtual pre-professional dance school dedicated to providing training for both dancers and dance parents navigating dance educational institutions, dance colleges, and the professional dance industry.   “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey  "Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real. " Tune in. Follow. Like us. And SHARE! 

Steve Dale speaks with Southside Chicago-native Solomon Dumas of The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater about performing here in Chicago at the Auditorium Theatre. Solomon shares details about what to expect throughout the performance of beloved classics, new programs, and Alvin Ailey's masterpiece Revelations. The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater can be seen at The Auditorium […]

[This episode originally aired October 2021.] Once upon a time, there was a girl who went from making pancakes with her parents to making history as an international rockstar and YouTube sensation — all before turning twelve years old! Her name is Nandi. Jacqueline Green followed her dream to become a dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York City. She began her dance training at age 13 at the Baltimore School for the Arts. She is a 2011 cum laude graduate of the Ailey/Fordham BFA Program, and also trained at the Pennsylvania Regional Ballet, the Chautauqua Institution for Dance, and The School at Jacob's Pillow.  This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls and is based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner. Sound design and mixing by Bianca Salinas. This episode was written by Abby Scher and proofread by Joe Rhatigan. Executive Producer was Katie Sprenger. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A big thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this show possible! For more, visit www.rebelgirls.com. Until next time, stay REBEL!

Kyle Abraham is an acclaimed choreographer and company director who is the recipient of many awards including a Doris Duke Performing Artist Award and a MacArthur Fellowship.  In this podcast, he talks about growing up in Pittsburgh in a home that encouraged music and art, his life-changing experience when he first saw professional dance at the age of 15, his brief career as a professional dancer and early entry into choreography. We discuss his dance company A.I.M by Kyle Abraham which creates work that is draws from Black history and culture as well as Kyle's personal experiences as a gay Black man.  We discuss his use of multi-media in his work and some of his notable pieces like "An Untitled Love", "Pavement" and "Another Night" --which he created for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater—a frequent collaborator. He also talks about how he makes dances for his own company and for classical ballet companies like New York City Ballet and the Royal Ballet. We discuss his "strategy" during the pandemic—all dancers were kept on the payroll full-time, but there were no zoom performances or rehearsals: instead he and the dancers zoomed  weekly to talk about films, TV shows, or books they had watched or read together; and, finally, he shares how he finds his own joy through choreography and teaching.  Let us know what you think about Art Works—email us at artworkspod@arts.gov.

Kyle Abraham is an acclaimed choreographer and company director who is the recipient of many awards including a Doris Duke Performing Artist Award and a MacArthur Fellowship.  In this podcast, he talks about growing up in Pittsburgh in a home that encouraged music and art, his life-changing experience when he first saw professional dance at the age of 15, his brief career as a professional dancer and early entry into choreography. We discuss his dance company A.I.M by Kyle Abraham which creates work that is draws from Black history and culture as well as Kyle's personal experiences as a gay Black man.  We discuss his use of multi-media in his work and some of his notable pieces like "An Untitled Love", "Pavement" and "Another Night" --which he created for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater—a frequent collaborator. He also talks about how he makes dances for his own company and for classical ballet companies like New York City Ballet and the Royal Ballet. We discuss his "strategy" during the pandemic—all dancers were kept on the payroll full-time, but there were no zoom performances or rehearsals: instead he and the dancers zoomed  weekly to talk about films, TV shows, or books they had watched or read together; and, finally, he shares how he finds his own joy through choreography and teaching.  Let us know what you think about Art Works—email us at artworkspod@arts.gov.

As an artist and designer who creates radically joyful and introspective works, Nick Cave is a leading voice in America today. To coincide with his retrospective at New York's Guggenheim Museum and his new collection of textiles for Knoll, Dan speaks with Cave about his youth, how he created his first Soundsuits, his work with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and his ongoing quest to explore themes of social justice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Alicia tells me about her incredible professional trajectory; from being a young dance student, fighting an auto-immune disease, to attending Columbia University and ultimately going back to the world of dance to be a star in multiple dance companies, touring the world. And finally, what she had to go through to secure her position as Director of Dance at Juilliard. Alicia is someone who takes the bull by the horns and doesn't let an opportunity go unexplored, all with heart and grace.Alicia Graf Mack is the director of the dance division at the Juilliard School. She has enjoyed a long career of professional dancing as a lead dancer with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and as a principal dancer with Dance Theater of Harlem. She's danced for Alicia Keys, Andre 3000, John Legend and Beyonce. Alicia graduated magna cum laude with honors in history from Columbia University and she is a recipient of the Columbia University Medal of Excellence. She began her inaugural season as director of the Juilliard Dance Division in the fall of 2018. She is the first woman of color and youngest person to hold this position.Host: James Whiteside @jamesbwhitesideGuest: Alicia Graf Mack @aliciagrafmackProduced by: RedCircle @getredcircleEdited by: Nate Gwatney @nateleegArt by: Javier Rivets @rivets_artTheme: "A-Flat" by Black Violin @blackviolinAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is back for its first full holiday season in a few years. After a truncated run due to last year's Omicron surge, Ailey kicked off November 30 and runs through December 24. Director Robert Battle and guest choreographer Kyle Abraham join us to discuss this season of the company's performances.

Welcome to our LDI special. In our LDI series we will be speaking to some of the people who will be speaking or exhibiting at this year's LDI show running from November 14 - 20 at the Las Vegas Convention centre. Today our guest is Bob Bonniol. Bob is an Emmy Award winning director, production designer, and producer. He is known for his implementation of extensive media and interactive features in his productions and installations. In 2021, Bob founded metaMODE as a laboratory and consultancy for metaverse based strategy and activation. Since 2020, Bob has served as creative director for Panasonic's massive installations at the Consumer Electronics Show. In 2021 he won multiple Telly Awards for his creation and production of the Panasonic CES Virtual Experience. In 2019 he served as a screens producer and content artist for Occulus' projection mapped takeover of the Los Angeles Theater premiering their new product Quest, appeared as featured VJ at the Amazon re:MARS conference, as well as designing the holographic Light Weave sculpture for Nordstrom's new Manhattan flagship store Broadway Entrance. In 2018 he won the Knight of Illumination award for his creative direction of the massive renovation of The Core at General Motor's World Headquarters in Detroit. The installation, GM World, features the largest AI driven interactive LED screen array on earth and creates a permanent immersive experiential venue for all of GM's brands. In fall of 2018, Bob wrote, directed, and produced the acclaimed work, “Becoming Ailey,” for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 60th Anniversary Season at NY City Center. Utilizing holographic technology alongside classic theatrical craft, the piece put the voice and vision of Alvin Ailey back onstage with his beloved company. In the course of his career he has worked from Broadway to Beijing, helping clients like Disney, NBCU, ABC, Live Nation, AEG, Marvel Studios, and Lucasfilm gather and dazzle audiences of millions. We want to hear from YOU and provide a forum where you can put in requests for future episodes. What are you interested in listening to? Please fill out the form for future guest suggestions here and if you have suggestions or requests for future themes and topics, let us know here! @theatreartlife Thanks to David Zieher who composed our music.

Today, we welcome guest  Kyle "Grim Chim" Seeley to the show.Kyle "Grim Chim" Seeley was raised in Prince Georges County, Maryland, and was turned on to entertainment at an early age through watching Michael and Janet Jackson music videos. He began training professionally at Suitland High School's Visual and Performing Arts Dance Program. After graduation, he received a full scholarship to prestigious schools such as Washington Ballet School, Dance Theater of Harlem School, Joffrey Ballet School, Alonzo KIng's Lines Ballet School as well as The Ailey School, where he studied all genres of dance and choreography for three years and has had the honor of performing with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in the piece "Memoria" as well as appear in the book "Men in Motion" by Francios Rousseau. After leaving the Ailey School, Kyle pursued the commercial route training in Hip-Hop and Street Jazz under Rhapsody James, Jared Grimes, and Luam. Kyle has had the pleasure of dancing for recording artist Zayn Malik, performing on the Latin Grammy Awards with Bomba Estereo and Will Smith, and dancing in the iconic Las Vegas show Don Arden's Jubilee! Recently Kyle was fortunate enough to dance in two back-to-back Halftime Shows for Super Bowl LV and LVI. Kyle hopes to master the art of versatility one day to create a career merging the world of concert and commercial dance. In this episode, we discuss what it means to control your narrative, why it is so important to show up for yourself before anything or anyone else, black representation in commercial dance, finding love, and so much more!!  So, come on and dive in!To learn more about Kyle and his beautiful journey, check out the links below:~ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grimchim/~ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrimChim/Be sure to follow the Hope Without Fear Podcast via the following:~ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopewithoutfear~ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopewithoutfearpodcast/Follow and engage with Host Stacy Simmons:~Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Mr.StacySimmons~Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr.stacysimmons/Please be sure to rate the episode, download it to your device, and subscribe so you may stay alerted when new content releases.  If you have any questions or want to share your thoughts, please email us at hopewithoutfearmedia@gmail.com.  We are thrilled to have you on this journey with us!

Today's guest is Lar Lubovitch. Lar is one of America's most versatile and widely seen choreographers. He founded the Lar Lubovitch Dance Company in 1968. Over the course of 54 years, it has gained an international reputation as one of America's top dance companies, produced more than 120 dances and performed before millions across the U.S. and over 40 countries. Many other major companies throughout the world have performed the company's dances, including American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Paris Opera Ballet, Royal Danish Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, the Joffrey Ballet, Martha Graham Dance Company, and more. Recent awards: 2011 designated a Ford Fellow by United States Artists and received the Dance/USA Honors Award; 2012 his dance “Crisis Variations” awarded the Prix Benois de la Danse for outstanding choreography at the Bolshoi Theatre; 2013 honored for lifetime achievement by the American Dance Guild; 2014 awarded an honorary doctorate by The Juilliard School; 2016 received the Scripps/American Dance Festival Award for lifetime achievement and the Dance Magazine Award, named one of America's Irreplaceable Dance Treasures by the Dance Heritage Coalition and appointed a Distinguished Professor at UC/Irvine. In honor of his company's 50th anniversary, in 2018 he was presented with the Martha Graham Award for lifetime achievement. For more on this episode: Movers & Shapers: A Dance Podcast

In this conversation, we discuss a wide range of topics from Eboni's experience growing up in Brooklyn during the '80s, to her studies of Black Theology along with her definition of Womanist Theology. Through conversation, vulnerability and curiosity eventually we land on what that pivotal moment in Eboni's life was that ultimately propelled her to pursue her calling.  More on a Black Liberation and Womanist Theology  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Womanist_theology#:~:text=Womanist%20theology%20is%20a%20methodological,field%20has%20since%20expanded%20significantly. (Womanist theology) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_theology#:~:text=Black%20theology%20contends%20that%20dominant,the%20side%20of%20the%20oppressors. (Black theology) https://www.google.com/books/edition/Black_Theology_and_Black_Power/1VQNAQAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=isbn:1570751579&printsec=frontcover (Black Theology and Black Power)  https://www.google.com/books/edition/A_Black_Theology_of_Liberation/HWINAQAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=isbn:1570758956&printsec=frontcover (Black Theology of Liberation)  The Matriarchs of Black Womanist Theology  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacquelyn_Grant (Jacqueline Grant ) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katie_Cannon (Katie Cannon ) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delores_S._Williams (Delores Williams ) Sacred Text of Black Womanist Theology https://www.amazon.com/Color-Purple-Alice-Walker/dp/0156028352 (The Color Purple by Alice Walker) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Madonna (Black Madonna) The Father of Black Liberation Theology https://jameshcone.northwestern.edu/biography-of-james-cone/ (James Howell Cone)  Sermons by Eboni Marshall Turman  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhhAoOvXNaM (Rev. Dr. Eboni Marshall Turman at Howard University Andrew Rankin Chapel Feb 28 2021) Books by Eboni Marshall Turman  https://www.amazon.com/Toward-Womanist-Ethic-Incarnation-Chalcedon/dp/1137376821 (Toward a Womanist Ethic of Incarnation: Black Bodies, the Black Church, and the Council of Chalcedon (Black Religion/Womanist Thought/Social Justice))  Where Eboni started her education  https://www.schools.nyc.gov/enrollment/enroll-grade-by-grade/head-start (Headstart) Where Eboni started her dance education  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FShE0VifCYs (Da Butt) by E.U.  Playlist inspired by this conversation  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDPIK7Fz_g4 (Iesha by Another Bad Creation ) https://open.spotify.com/track/2azCMxOA4ODeDVExScqdr8 (Biz Markie “Albee Square Mall” (1988)) https://open.spotify.com/track/0R0zZnqPg7yOWb4PRmW8nC (Jay-Z “Where I'm From” (1997)) Short Films inspired by this conversation  https://vimeo.com/17307366 (Celebrating Revelations at 50 by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater ) Places to Visit  https://www.marshallturman.com/ (Eboni Marshall Turman) This conversation was recorded on February 25, 2022  Host https://www.instagram.com/dario.studio/ (Dario Calmese)  Producer https://www.instagram.com/carmendharris/ (Carmen D. Harris)   Visual Art Direction and Designs:  http://riverwildmen.com/ (River Wildmen), https://www.instagram.com/afrovisualism/ (AfroVisualism) Director of Digital Content: https://www.vickygcreative.com/ (vickygcreative.com) Original Music composed by http://www.dariocalmese.com/ (Dario Calmese) 

Today it brings me so much joy to share a conversation I had with Dr. Megan Wise. Her passion, understanding, and guidance of all performing artists are such a gift. Megan heralds from New York and such has the ability to help such a variety of artists. We discuss the shift that an artist has after they stop that profession and how much it can impact one's identity. We also share topics around; Pain Physical injury Mental health & fitness Resources for Megan Web Instagram Bio: Dr. Megan Wise is a licensed physical therapist and a graduate of New York University with a Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy. She is also a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, and a Certified Life Coach. Dr. Wise owns and operates Megan Wise PT PLLC, a private physical therapy clinic in New York City. She also co-owns Move Wise Health Studio, a health and wellness company focused on injury prevention, performance enhancement, and health and fitness coaching. For the past six years, she has specialized in performing arts physical therapy and has treated the Broadway cast and crews of over 30 Broadway and Off-Broadway productions including Hamilton, Mean Girls, CATS, and Wicked. She has also had the privilege of working with professional dancers from American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and many others. She provides physical therapy services to film and television productions across New York City. Dr. Wise regularly hosts workshops and talks for studios, schools, productions, and individual performers on topics such as: injury prevention, dance fitness and wellness, and maintaining a high-level performance career, among others. As a dancer and performer for 20+ years, she has struggled with multiple injuries and chronic pain, and uses this knowledge to educate performers, their teachers, parents, and directors/choreographers. She lives in NYC with her fiancé, Anthony, and rescue dog, Gizmo. Thank you for listening, So much ♥, Susanne Pointe To Rise links below: Facebook Instagram Website SMS Pointe To Rise –  +1 (310) 349-3873 We would love to hear your thoughts so please go leave a review or come join us in the Pointe To Rise Community here on Instagram |  Facebook

 Carl Hancock Rux's work crosses the disciplines of poetry, theater, music, and literary fiction in order to achieve what one critic describes as a "dizzying oral artistry...unleashing a torrent of paper bag poetry and post modern Hip-Bop music; the ritualistic blues of self awakening."Carl Hancock Rux is an American poet, playwright, novelist, essayist, recording artist, actor, theater director, radio journalist, as well as a frequent collaborator in the fields of film, modern dance, and contemporary art. He is the author of several books including the Village Voice Literary Prize-winning collection of poetry, Pagan Operetta, the novel, Asphalt, and the Obie Award-winning play, Talk. WRITER/POETWorking as a Social Work Trainer while moonlighting as a freelance art and music critic, Rux became a founding member of Hezekiah Walker's Love Fellowship gospel choir and later found himself influenced by the Lower East Side poetry and experimental theater scene, collaborating with poets Miguel Algarin, Bob Holman, Jayne Cortez, Sekou Sundiata, Ntozake Shange; experimental musicians David Murray, Mal Waldron, Butch Morris, Craig Harris, Jeanne Lee, Leroy Jenkins, Odetta, Steve Earle, Jim Carroll as well as experimental theater artists Laurie Carlos, Robbie McCauley, Ruth Maleczech, Lee Breuer, Reza Abdoh and others.RECORDING ARTIST/PERFORMING ARTISTHis CD Rux Revue was recorded and produced in Los Angeles by the Dust Brothers, Tom Rothrock, and Rob Schnapf and voted one of the top ten alternative music CDs of 1998 (New York Times). Rux recorded a follow up album, Apothecary Rx, (selected by French writer Phillippe Robert for his 2008 publication "Great Black Music": an exhaustive tribute of 110 albums including 1954's "Lady Sings The Blues" by Billie Holiday, the work of Jazz artists Oliver Nelson, Max Roach, John Coltrane, rhythm and blues artists Otis Redding, Ike & Tina Turner, Curtis Mayfield, George Clinton; as well as individual impressions of Fela Kuti, Jimi Hendrix, and Mos Def.) His fourth studio CD, Good Bread Alley, was released by Thirsty Ear Records, and his fifth Homeostasis (CD Baby) was released in May 2013. Rux has written and performed (or contributed music) to a proportionate number of dance companies including the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater; Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company; Jane Comfort & Co. and Ronald K. Brown's "Evidence" among others.THE BAPTISMThe recently Lincoln Center commissioned poemWritten and Performed by Carl Hancock RuxDirected by Carrie Mae WeemsAboutBaptism (of The Sharecropper's Son & The Boy From Boonville) by award-winning poet and artist Carl Hancock Rux is a three-part poem and the artist's tribute to the legacies of civil rights leaders John Lewis and C.T. Vivian. Written and performed by Rux, the Lincoln Center commission is also an 11-minute short abstract film in two iterations—The Baptism and The Baptism (rhetoric)—directed by artist Carrie Mae Weems.http://thebaptismpoem.org

Alvin Ailey is alive and well. That is the lasting impression one gets from “Ailey”, filmmaker Jamila Wignot's vibrant and probing documentary portrait of one of the 20th Century's greatest artists, the late dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey. Ailey's masterworks are still performed throughout the world. The dance company he founded more that 60 years ago, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, continues to thrive. But who was Alvin Ailey? What drove him? What tormented him? How did he loom so large for countless dancers but remain largely an enigma as a man?  In Ken's deep dive “Top Docs” conversation with Jamila, she discusses the many challenges involved in understanding and visually representing Ailey's life and legacy. How did she avoid the tropes and traps of the standard documentary portrait? How did she use archival footage in such a way to create a constant sense of movement? What did Bill T. Jones, a dance legend in his own right, say once the camera was turned off? And what were the keys to creating a film that would put the audience in “(Ailey's) body so that you would be experiencing his life as he experienced it”? Experience our conversation with Jamila on Top Docs now and stream “Ailey”, which is part of PBS' American Masters series, for free until February 8th at PBS.org. Follow on twitter: Jamila @jamilawignot Top Docs @topdocspod Hidden Gem:  Harry Dean Stanton: Partly Fiction

John Mills joins us to discuss the brewing Peloton/Lululemon War. Dr. Jenn – Finding the right intensity balance. Jess Sims has tips for working out with your dog. PDX Monthly interviews Hannah Corbin. Selena Samuela is back on the tread! Yahoo spotlights Robin Arzon. Robin has started her 3 For 31 challenge. Kirra Michel has a 21 Days of Meditation challenge. Ally Love is a featured guest at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater benefit gala. Susie Chan was on RunPod. We have three new German instructors – Mila Lazar, Benny Adami, and Charlotte Weidenbach. Angelo joins us to discuss if water additives like Crystal Light do more harm than good. John Foley will be at CES 2022. The latest Artist Series is with AC/DC. Peloton Apparel has 7 Days of Surprises in store. Cyclist asks if spin classes are good for cyclists. Birthdays – Tunde (12/5) All this plus we pay tribute to the Poet Laureate of Peloton – Howie Godnick.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join The Clip Out community today: theclipout.com The Clip Out Facebook The Clip Out Twitter The Clip Out Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.